Carlisle

Carlisle is a surname with roots in the ancient city of Carlisle in Cumbria, England. It is of Old Norse origin and means “fort of the army”. The Carlisle family can trace their ancestry back to the early 12th century. Famous individuals with this surname include rock musician Belinda Carlisle and soccer player Bobby Carlisle. Today, the Carlisle name can be found all over the world, with many descendants proud of their Viking heritage and the history of their family name.